Sturm Ruger 10/22 Carbine .22 LR, 18.5 in Barrel (1989) — Choate Side-Folding Stock, Scope Base, Black
This 1989 Ruger 10/22 Carbine in .22 LR is configured with a Choate Tool Corp. side-folding polymer stock featuring a pistol grip, skeleton butt, and steel hinge block. It has an 18.5-inch tapered steel barrel with a barrel band and an aluminum-alloy receiver. The receiver is drilled and tapped with an accessory scope base installed. The front sight is a fixed blade on a ramped base; a rear sight was not observed.
As configured, capacity is a single round due to the absence of a magazine.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Overall Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Fouling: Severe Fouling - Extensive corrosion, pitting, or erosion.
Bore Rifling: Poor Rifling - Rifling heavily worn or filled with fouling or debris.
Specific Condition Notes: There are significant handling marks and rust present internally and externally. The trigger guard housing has a painted exterior with visible wear. No magazine is included. Sold as-is. Refer to the photos for additional details.
What’s Included
- Sturm Ruger 10/22 Carbine semi-automatic rifle
- Choate Tool Corp. side-folding polymer stock with pistol grip, skeleton butt, and steel hinge block (installed)
- Front and rear sling swivels (installed)
- Accessory scope base mounted to the receiver top
The 18.5-inch tapered steel barrel uses a barrel band, and the receiver is aluminum alloy with a black finish. Receiver markings read "RUGER MODEL 10/22 CARBINE .22 LR CALIBER." Manufactured in the United States in 1989.
The Choate Tool Corp. side-folding stock adds a compact, folding configuration with a pistol grip, skeleton butt, and a ventilated fore-end. Choate branding is molded into the butt and grip, and the steel hinge block provides a robust folding interface.
The rifle is set up with a fixed front blade on a ramped base. A rear sight was not observed. The receiver is drilled and tapped, and an accessory scope base is secured by screws for mounting an optic if desired.
Operation is simple blowback. Length of pull measures 14.5 inches. As configured without a magazine, capacity is 1 round.